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Solanum wallacei

Also Known As

  • Wallace's Nightshade

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 36"
  • W: 36"

planting zones

  • 7a-10b

Solanum wallacei plant details

Solanum wallacei is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring blue and lavender flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular - low water. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Solanum wallacei

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: solanaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 0 - 36 IN - wide, 0 - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: blue and lavender blooms in spring
Uses: toxic

GROWING CONDITIONS for Solanum wallacei

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Soil needs: well-drained

Gardening facts about Solanum wallacei plant

How to Grow Solanum wallacei

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - low
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • blue
    • lavender
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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